Advanced Tests for Diagnosing GI Disorders

Complex motility testing — a technique called manometry measures pressure in your GI system to diagnose disorders that impair motion in the esophagus, stomach, intestine, or anorectum. In most instances, this quick outpatient procedure involves placing a thin tube into your GI system through your nose, throat, or anal area.

Ambulatory pH testing — this small device temporarily placed into your GI system measures the reflux of the stomach's acid or gastric contents to determine the root cause of symptoms like heartburn.

Hydrogen breath testing — a method of breath testing that can determine if there is an overgrowth of bacteria in the small bowel or malabsorption of compounds like lactose (found in dairy) that can cause GI conditions.

Visceral Inflammation and Pain (VIP) Center

People who suffer from GI conditions can often experience chronic pain that is difficult to treat.